The “year that was” brought mostly disappointment to precious metals bulls. Silver prices fell for the third straight year but when we finally see a major rotation out of stocks and into precious metals, silver has the potential to lead on the way up just as it has led on the way down. Let me explain why.
Read More »Gold & Silver Use Unique “Troy” & “Karat” Measurements – What Do They Mean? (+6K Views)
You have no doubt read countless articles on the price of gold costing x dollars per "troy ounce” or perhaps just x dollars per "ounce" but the difference between the two measurements is significant. For that matter, what’s the difference between a 24 karat gold ring and an 18 karat gold ring? Let me explain. Words: 963
Read More »Gold & Silver: “It is difficult not to get overwhelmed in the excitement of what is to come” (+2K Views)
Back in May WaveTrack International’s Peter Goodburn predicted a sharp downturn in precious metals prices...by the end of Q3 this year, which would then be followed by a massive reversal in prices which would take all the major precious metals up to new highs probably by early 2016. This article provides an update to his May projections.
Read More »Future Gold Movement: Are Ups/Downs In Interest Rates the Best Predictor? (+2K Views)
Many investors believe that the rise of the federal funds rate is detrimental for gold prices but, although this relationship may often hold, investors should be skeptical about this rule of thumb. This article explains why that is the case.
Read More »Now’s THE Worst Time to Panic Out Of Gold & Silver! Here’s Why (+2K Views)
Look for huge volume and accumulation in gold and silver over the next few weeks and in some high quality junior mining stocks. Negative capitulation followed by strong accumulation could be the indicator that the smart money expects gold and silver to bottom. The question for many is when this will occur. It should be soon as this correction in the junior miners has been one of the worst and longest in decades providing possibly a once in a generation buying opportunity.
Read More »Should the FED Give Money Directly To Consumers Instead of the Banks?
There is an idea floating about to stimulate the economy via providing cash directly to consumers. It may just be a trial balloon at this point, but I expect the idea to gain traction. Here's why.
Read More »4 Unique Characteristics Should Propel Silver Skyward (+3K Views)
With the likes of Ray Dalio and billionaire George Soros placing big bets on a recovery in precious metals now is likely the time for investors to take the plunge. The key question remains, however, which precious metal? My preference is silver. Here's why.
Read More »Gold Shares Have Bottomed & Will Now Outperform Physical Gold Over Next 5.5 Years (+2K Views)
2014 could end up being the turnaround year for precious metals and a bull market ascent could develop in 2015 - especially so in gold shares. Here's why.
Read More »Plenty of Additional Upside Potential Directly Ahead for PM Miners
Precious metals shares are breaking out again after a brief consolidation. It’s time to channel your inner Old Turkey, realize this is a bull market and act accordingly.
Read More »It’s Time To “Swap” Your PM Stocks For Physical Gold & Silver – Here’s Why
We are of the opinion that the miners and explorers (and their indexes GDX and GDXJ} should be "swapped" for the precious metals - gold, silver, and their proxies (GLD and SLV). This way investors will maintain exposure to precious metals while reducing their exposure to the more volatile miners as some of the share dilution and recent investor exuberance play out - and at least hedge themselves if the price continues to rise.
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